Christian Dior Small Leather Goods Studio Intern
Christian Dior Couture in Paris seeks a Small Leather Goods Studio Intern — internship for design students (portfolio required).
Overview
Christian Dior Couture is a leading haute couture and luxury fashion house within the LVMH group, renowned for its craftsmanship, visionary design and refined savoir‑faire. The Maison cultivates a creative, atelier-driven environment where traditional artisanship and contemporary innovation converge to produce accessories, ready-to-wear and leather goods of the highest quality.
Role & Responsibilities
- Assist in the design and development of Small Leather Goods (SLGs), mini bags and belts from concept to production.
- Support coordination between design, product development, merchandising and production teams to ensure timely delivery of collections.
- Conduct research, produce sketches, renderings and mock-ups for new SLG proposals.
- Follow up on prototypes, samples and production timelines; report on quality and compliance with brand standards.
- Prepare and update product sheets, technical documentation, artwork and collection tracking reports.
- Support inventory tracking and material management to facilitate sample and production flows.
- Help organise team meetings and prepare internal presentations.
- Perform day-to-day studio tasks to ensure smooth operation and studio efficiency.
Qualifications
- BA or MA in Fashion Design (valid internship agreement from current school is mandatory).
- Portfolio required — applications without a portfolio will not be considered.
- Genuine passion for small leather goods, accessories and luxury fashion.
- Strong organisational skills and ability to multitask across several collections.
- High attention to detail and a quality-driven approach to materials and finishes.
- Fluent in English; strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
- Previous internships or experience in leather goods, luxury or fashion are a plus.
- Knowledge of leather materials and production processes is advantageous.
Skills
Experience
Entry-level — no professional experience required; previous internships or experience in leather goods, luxury or fashion are considered an advantage.
Education
BA or MA in Fashion Design (valid internship agreement from current school is mandatory).
Workplace
The role is situated in Paris, Île-de-France, France. There are currently 3.268 open positions in Paris on Cerulean, with 19 added recently. Within Île-de-France, Cerulean currently features 3.678 open roles, including 29 recent additions. Across France, Cerulean lists 4.215 open roles — 34 of them newly added.
Culture
The Maison emphasises impeccable craftsmanship, creative excellence and a collaborative atelier culture. As part of the LVMH group, Christian Dior Couture combines traditional savoir‑faire with forward-looking creative ambition, and promotes inclusion and diversity across its teams.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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